Did GLP1 make me GAIN WEIGHT??? Semaglutide Q & A

[@UhapiBeauty]

TIMESTAMPS and CLINIC LINK 1. When I started the injections and how is it going so far? Side Effects? 1:33 - 3:17 2. Are you paying for the medication yourself? Insurance coverage? 3:17 - 4:29 3. Clinic? Are they recommended? Injection Price 4:29 - 6:51 4. How much weight are you wanting to lose? 6:51 - 8:17 5. Which questions I asked the clinic? Duration plans for GLP1? Habit and eating changes? Horror stories and fears? 8:17 - 13:47 6. The good, the bad, and the ugly? Unexpected Benefits? 13:47 - 17:28 7. Exercise Goals? How to eat more Protein? 17:28 - 20:14 8. Weight loss so far? 20:14 - 21:25 Belle Medical Link - tinyurl.com/4w2ce6tv

[@theresaehrichs9149]

For me, I didn’t loose much the 1st month, but 2 and 3 rd months I saw results! I started 252 , now 160 . Happy with that . Took me a year

[@UhapiBeauty]

Girl that is phenomenal!! Way to go!

[@valeriepowers5452]

Congratulations on starting your journey. I have just reached my goal of losing 55 pounds. I used tirzepitide and it took 8 months. So, slow and steady is the reality for most folks. I had no side effects and feel great. The best part was feeling in control of my eating. I hated always feeling like the food had the control. This medication put the control in my hands, and that has been the best feeling ever. I wish you happiness and good health.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much! Congrats on your success!!

[@ladyroes3682]

What kind of person complains about your brightness?? My goodness, you are beautiful! Ignore them.

[@cherylturgeon6237]

I was on Ozempic and didn’t lose but a few pounds. I then tried victoza for over a year with only losing and gaining between 10 lbs. I decided to try zepbound and the weight has finally been falling off. I had a gastric surgery 3 years ago and lost 50 lbs but needed to lose more. Since starting zepbound 3 months ago I have lost 27 lbs. it’s the only medication that has worked. I’m at 10 mg and getting ready to have my doctor bring it up to the next dose. This is now the lowest I’ve weighed in probably 15 years now. I’m very happy with it and luckily my insurance company covers most of my it and I only pay 30.00 a month. Good luck 🍀

[@UhapiBeauty]

Oh wow! I've never heard of Victoza. I HAVE heard very good things about Zepbound. I've heard sometimes it takes trying different GLP1 to find the right fit for your body. I hope this is the one for me, but you never know! Congrats on your weight loss though! Great accomplishment!

[@aprillotz4847]

Thank you for sharing your life with us. I have an appointment on Monday with Belle. This is the perfect Christmas gift for myself ❤

[@UhapiBeauty]

My husband was telling me that now is the wrong time to start doing it. I said, in my opinion, now is the BEST time. That way, I'm mindful of consumption over the holidays and get a jumpstart for the beginning of the year! He then agreed. Best of luck to you! XO

[@catgrl6698]

Hi! You explained your reasoning for wanting to take this medication so well. I’m a nurse & I see so many people with complications from diabetes. I was so impressed with how much work you put in to doing your research. I sincerely am praying that you get the results you want. You are right, at some point it becomes more important about how you feel & your health rather than just being thin. Love your channel & look forward to you sharing your progress 😘

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so so much! That means so much!

[@melissaharrison622]

You look bright, because you are such a wonderful person. This video was very informative. I wish you all the best on this journey. I, also, wish you the best and amazing week. Have a beautiful Thanksgiving.🤗

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you! You too!

[@suemazrn]

Thank you for sharing your experience so far with ozempic. Wishing you the best of luck!❤

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much!

[@pheebs6141]

My body is a lot Iike yours. I'm taller at 5ft9 and the weight is distributed in a way that makes the weight loss look different than others. I started Weight Watchers in July and I've lost 40 pounds. Going from 261-221 and I've only lost ONE pants size. I went from an 18 to a 16. Here to support you on your journey! Sending love!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much! Congrats on your weight loss! A size 16 (in my opinion) is PRIMO! Curvy, sultry, meat on the bones. LOL! Love it!

[@heatheralexander899]

Hey Mandy, I’ve been on it about 9 months now, down 30 pds. I also do a lot of strength training with Sydney Cummings here on KZbin! Good luck on your journey! Looking forward to following!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Ooooh I will check her out! Congrats on your weight loss!!

[@debbietidwell5748]

Be bright girl… let that light shine! Love you!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Haha! Thank you!

[@jpscott65]

So so glad you are doing well on the Injections. And yes everyone is different, but I think the biggest difference is you are taking it slow cause I feel some people dont. I'm defiantly going to check into the clinic you used, I know there are several out there now. Thank you for sharing your experience. Side note.. I think your skin is glowing and beautiful

[@UhapiBeauty]

Awe thank you so much!! You're the best!

[@ambergerhelper7852]

You can pinch me! ☺️☺️☺️ Patrick and I have been really lucky not to have some of the worse side effects. You really should keep up with your bms- it slows you down so much! I don’t care if that’s gross to say, either. You don’t need to lose weight for aesthetic reasons. You are stunningly beautiful. With all the new research coming out though, about how it’s unhealthy to be overweight, I understand the “want” to lose it. The shots are the only way I could lose it, and I tried everything, even terribly unhealthy things. It’s also stabilized some of my labs. I hope it continues to work well for you, friend!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thanks Amber!! Totally agree with the BM situation. I've heard a lot of people have issues with it - scary stuff! So far, so good, but I have very active poops regardless. LOL!

[@yunkette]

Thank you for your openness! I love your content. I am struggling with a lot of the same issues and seriously considering GLP1s as a next step but scared of needles, which is holding me back.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Right there with you! I've always been terrified of the auto-injectors! 😬

[@lisagarcia8967]

Hey! Yay to seeing my question and hearing your response. I’m not gonna tell my husband you recommended squats because he told me almost exactly the same thing you did! 😂 Good to hear your thoughts and good luck!!!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Haha!! Same to you friend!

[@RitaVernoy]

Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Absolutely! XO

[@naturalwitch1359]

Ozempic is been prescribed for 22 years. I've been on it for 2 and a half years eat low carb and have no problems whatsoever

[@UhapiBeauty]

Ohhh wow!!! I had no idea!!

[@mgromz]

Thank you for making this video. I’m starting semaglutide as soon as my shipment arrives. I’m having a knee replacement done in June and hope to get 50lbs off by then. I have Hashimotos and the weight just doesn’t want to come off!

[@UhapiBeauty]

It's super hard, if not nearly impossible! Best of luck to you on your journey. Keep me updated! XO

[@helenbarton5138]

Thank you so much for the information. My friend and I are considering this route to shift the weight that we have gained.xx

[@UhapiBeauty]

The 10 units (at least so far) has been the sweet spot! I can eat and have an appetite, but the food noise and cravings are so much better. It was JUST what I needed.

[@christinebyrd1296]

Good luck on your weightloss journey. 😊

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you!! 😊

[@venitawilliams3731]

You keep going. Enjoy your family time.😄😄

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much! Will do! I spent the whole day with my girls. 🥰

[@pompommania]

Thanksgiving doesn't have to be about quantity. It can be about quality instead. Quality of the food you eat, the friends you have, and the family members around you . This mentality regarding stuffing ourselves up has to change. It's gross when you think about it.

[@nancycurtis3964]

I do 20 squats each time I brush my teeth. (I've done that for years.) Multi-tasking at its best! Getting 100+ grams of protein can be challenging. Costco sells pulled chicken breast in 3lb packages. It's high protein and very tasty. I also love cottage cheese, and eggs are my all-time go-to. Very versatile, inexpensive, high-quality protein!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Get it girl! 🥳 That's actually a great idea! Love the pulled chicken idea. I hope others see your comment and run with it!

[@paulahardin6002]

Thank you for letting us know how you are doing on Ozempic. That is incredible that you are feeling great and seeing positive changes already. I’m on Tirzepitide and progressing slowly. I am almost at the 40 pound loss mark. I’m considered a slow loser. Yay me, right?!? 😂 I wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving. Thanks for the exercise tip. I wish I liked squats. Heck, I wish I liked exercise. 😂

[@UhapiBeauty]

Haha!! 40 pounds is nothing to sneeze at! Way to go! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours as well!

[@aikanae1]

My brother and sil got theirs covered by insurance but they both have other medical issues - diabetes and kidney problems.

[@UhapiBeauty]

That's awesome! Some people are able to get on it easily and other can't. I think it's a great preventative, especially because it helps so many other things too.

[@pokrdotbkini]

I was on Ozempic fine on the small dose, but didn't affect my appetite at all, went to a larger dose, all the skin on my back shoulders and legs was so sensitive was hard to even wear clothes, so I had to come off of it.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Oh wow!! I've never heard of that side effect! I hope to not have that. It would drive me crazy!

[@christinesimmons9359]

I want to take Ozempic but cannot afford it even though I am diabetic and my insurance will not pay for it. At my heaviest I was 343 and I had full gastric bypass in 2001 and lost down to 198, I had diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. when I lost the weight, I came off all medications and only took supplements because of the gastric bypass. During my weight loss journey I got pregnant one year after my surgery and did not lose any more weight and I gained 8 pounds during my pregnancy. After having my son at only 26 weeks, I put on 8 more pounds the 3 months he was in the hospital. Since losing the weight, I made the mistake of thinking I could eat whatever I wanted. When my son was 6 I got married and at that point I weighed about 225, I still ate small portions but ate terrible and snacked. After getting married, my husband was home before me and cooked heavy meals and I was at 280 pounds in 2017 when I had a knee replacement which was the maximum weight my surgeon would operate. Since I was able to be more active I lost 20 pounds, but I cut out all carbs during my recovery since I was back on diabetic meds and was worried about healing. I tried dieting and just could never really lose more than maybe 10 pounds. I was a grazer if I would describe my eating habits, I still ate small portions but ate throughout the day. My diabetes was out of control because my eating habits were so bad. About a year and a half, I decided to try something different. I had always eaten until I was full. I started interment fasting and I watching my portion size. I stopped eating breakfast and have coffee in the morning that curbs my appetite. I try to eat between 12:00 PM TO 6:00 PM. I use a very small 2 cup bowl for my meals to help with portion control, I stopped snacking and I try to eat light in the evenings so that lunch is primarily my biggest meal. Dinner is usually just yogurt or coffee to curb my appetite. It took a year to lose 60 pounds. I currently weigh 205 and wear 14/16. I am 57 years old. The biggest change I feel is that I eat and stop when I am satisfied and do not eat until I am stuffed. I listen to my body and feel when I am not hungry and I stop eating. There are times if it is really good that I have over eaten and I feel miserable because I am stuffed. I want to lose 20 more pounds so I am under 200 and if my weight fluctuates a few pounds that my bmi is just over weight and not morbidly obese anymore. Sorry it was so long.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Wow you are such an inspiration!! It sounds like you finally found something that works for you. My husband drinks coffee and says the same about it being an appetite suppressant. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the taste of coffee, but can only have a sip or 2 before the hot poops come. LOL! In the morning, I usually have a sip of my husband's coffee and then hand it back over. I'm so proud of you for doing what it takes. Diabetes really scares me. My cousin went through years of misery, from foot ulcers that would never heal, then she lost her leg. Her husband didn't cook diabetic friendly foods, so in a way (and as a protective cousin) I hold animosity toward him for not helping her. Ultimately, she had to choose what went into her body. I truly believe that insurance companies should pay for it, especially for those it was originally designed for. They're unfortunately in the market to make money and can't do so with a healthy population. Anyway, wishing you the best of luck and love. XO

[@heidi_dato8105]

Wegovy user here. 9 month and 60lbs down. I’m moving slow but it’s going down. I plateau a lot and I contribute that to my peri menopause. Wegovy is same as Ozempic incase you didn’t know. I will tell you they are seeing Glp’s are helping with mental health as well, and I see it. I’m definitively seeing the reduction inflammation. I have fibromyalgia and rarely see a flare! I wish you well on this journey and hope you get the results you want! I’m still remaining on it because I’d like to be down at least 100lbs.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Wow congratulations!! You’re so right. The inflammation reduction has been a delight! It makes it worth trying!

[@valerie718]

I’m also on Wegovy. In 5 months I’ve lost 42lbs. I also plateau a lot. Good to know I’m not alone. I’m still on .50 because it’s still working for me. Congrats on your success!

[@juliawiggs746]

I would love this video like three months later. ♡♡

[@UhapiBeauty]

I'll def be updating again!🥰

[@veronicaperez7838]

I am so happy for you and congratulations on your results! You mentioned you have a goal weight, I’m curious as to what happens when you reach that goal. As someone who’s struggled with weight their whole life, I’m definitely curious but I’m afraid of once you stop, will you gain the weight back? I’ve heard so many stories. It just makes me nervous. Are most people able the maintain their weight and keep the weight off once they stop taking the medication?

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much! I've heard a lot of people say they were able to keep the weight off and others say they gained some. I'd guess if I don't (or won't) learn better eating habits or have a better relationship with food, I would gain it back. For now, I'm hopeful for a good outcome. I think the main thing is to keep a calorie deficit while on it and learn portion control for the times I'm off.

[@Becky_One]

I started 2.5 on November 7. Switching to 5.0 next week. I’ve lost 12.00. I think it’s a miracle drug. I had to give up eating out too. Im single and I was going to 4 times a week. Which is $400. The same amount Im paying for the 2.5. The 5.0 is $549. Im on SS. I will die poor anyway. At least I’ll be healthy. My doctor orders it through Lily Direct.

[@dagnolia6004]

i love your glowing shine ALMOST as much as your 'chatter'. i would like to know more about the inner mind food chatter....

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you so much!!

[@juliawiggs746]

First comment!! Woot woot!

[@UhapiBeauty]

Whhooot whoooot 🥳🥳

[@wandat5625]

Hey sweetie.just say hell no to diabetes! I admire your taking action.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Thank you Wanda! It really is a fear of mine. My dad has it, my grandparents had it, most cousins have it.

[@mhenry4248]

Watch out for semiglutide burps! started on Ozempic .25 around October 10, 2024 and now I am up to .75. Everything felt good until .75. I guess semiglutide gas is a real thing! Whether you eat anything or not. Google it. Especially the day after I’ve taken the injection I’m so bloated from the gas and you don’t want to be around me for 24 to 48 hours! lol. Also nauseated for a good day or two after my injection.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Now that you mention it, I have been burping a lot more lately. Probably the semaglutide! I also noticed I'm a bit constipated today. I hope it's just a one off thing, but I bought some fiber gummies that someone suggested in a forum I was reading. Hoping that does the trick!

[@mhenry4248]

@ constipation it’s also a side effect. The medication does something where you don’t eliminate the food you eat that much. And with the nausea, indigestion and gas, you don’t eat as much because you’re full and bloated. Great idea getting those fiber gummy‘s.

[@buzzydeckert4743]

Please do the weight training, my neighbor didn’t a she has lost a large art of her muscle mass.

[@UhapiBeauty]

Totally! Definitely will be doing that eventually. 🥰

[@twilightsunset]

ENGORGE!!!!!

[@UhapiBeauty]

🤭🤭🤣🤣

[@specialk0122]

Do you do in home chemical peel or you go somewhere?

[@UhapiBeauty]

I do them at home. I've done them since 2011, once per year. It's amazing! I wasn't able to do it over the Thanksgiving holiday, since we had family come from out of state. I didn't want to scare them away! LOL! I'll be doing it over the Christmas holiday though. I get my supplies through Dermalure.

[@specialk0122]

@@UhapiBeauty ok thanks

[@lenoremomaseeta5743]

Love ya girlfriend ❤ 😘

[@UhapiBeauty]

Love you Lenore! How ya been? Feeling better?

[@lenoremomaseeta5743]

@UhapiBeauty Doing better. Went back to work last week. Takin it one day at a time. 😘

[@UhapiBeauty]

@@lenoremomaseeta5743 That's all you can do! Take care friend!